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A person adds a packet of sugar-free sweetener into coffee — illustrating mindful sugar substitute use for diabetes management.
Lifestyle

Are Sugar-Free Sweeteners Really Safe for Diabetics?

Sugar-free doesn’t always mean risk-free — here’s what you should know about artificial sweeteners and blood-sugar control.

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Health Education
December 19, 2022
Debunking the Myth: Can You Sweat Out a Fever?
Neurology
November 7, 2022
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doctor telling a patient they have osteoporosis after examining their DEXA scan.
Knowledge
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February 23, 2021
5 Things You Can Do to Prevent Osteoporosis
Protect your bones before problems arise. These simple steps can help reduce your risk of osteoporosis and future fractures.
man wearing an insulin pump for easy diabetes management.
Knowledge
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February 23, 2021
Diabetes Treatments: What Is Insulin Pump Therapy?
Health Education
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February 23, 2021
Diabetes Management: How Does Your Period Affect Blood Sugar
Person holding teal ribbon for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
Cancer
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February 23, 2021
Ovarian Cancer: Warning Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
Diagram of the different symptoms of breast cancer.
Breast Cancer
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February 22, 2021
Breast Cancer Stages: Symptoms and Treatment
woman examining her blister pack of birth control.
Breast Cancer
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February 22, 2021
Is There a Link Between Your Birth Control and Breast Cancer?
doctor examining a women's breast.
Breast Cancer
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February 19, 2021
Mastectomy: What to Expect During a Breast Reconstruction Surgery
Preparing for Surgery, Healing After, and Finding the Right Care
Doctor holding a 3D gallbladder model against the abdomen to explain cholecystectomy surgery.
Surgery
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January 14, 2021
Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy): What to Expect & Recovery
Thinking about gallbladder removal? Learn when surgery is needed, how it works, recovery timelines, risks, and when to see a specialist in the Bay Area.
Neurology
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January 14, 2021
Headache or Migraine? Signs You May Need an MRI
Group of women wearing pink for breast cancer awareness.
Breast Cancer
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January 13, 2021
Types of Breast Cancer Treatment: What You Need to Know
Discover the treatment options available for breast cancer and how they can be tailored to your diagnosis.
Mammogram scan of a breast lump.
Breast Cancer
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January 13, 2021
Breast Cancer Recurrence: What to Expect If Breast Cancer Comes Back
Understanding What Happens When Breast Cancer Returns
Doctor examining a woman's breasts for lumps.
Breast Cancer
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January 11, 2021
10 Breast Cancer Myths You Should Stop Believing
Don’t Let Misinformation Delay Your Care
Vial of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
OB-GYN
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January 8, 2021
Human Papillomavirus Infection: Prevention Measures Every Woman Must Know
Everything women need to know about preventing HPV—vaccination, screenings, and healthy habits that reduce cancer risk.
Person experiencing post-COVID brain fog and fatigue, showing the neurological impact of long COVID.
Neurology
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January 8, 2021
Long COVID and Brain Fog: How COVID-19 Affects the Brain and Recovery
Struggling to think clearly after COVID-19? Learn how long COVID can impact the brain, why “brain fog” happens, and what treatments can help recovery.
Hands holding a pink ribbon for breast cancer.
Breast Cancer
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January 8, 2021
How to Choose the Right Breast Cancer Doctor and Hospital
3D cartoon icon of a shield with a superhero cape deflecting virus particles, symbolizing COVID-19 immunity and the body’s defense against infection.
Knowledge
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January 8, 2021
COVID-19 Immunity After Infection: How Long Does Protection Really Last?
Wondering how long your immunity lasts after COVID-19? Learn how infection, variants, and vaccines affect your body’s defenses and reinfection risk.
Breast cancer survivor with a pink ribbon for breast cancer awareness.
Breast Cancer
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January 8, 2021
Breast Cancer: Causes and Risk Factors You Should Know
Cartoon illustration of a gastric sleeve procedure, where part of the stomach is cut and removed to shrink appetite.
Bariatric Surgery
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January 6, 2021
Gastric Sleeve Surgery: Risks, Complications, and What to Expect After Surgery
Considering gastric sleeve surgery? Learn about the short- and long-term risks, common side effects, and how to prepare for lasting success.
Doctor examining a swollen ankle for sprain or facture.
Surgery
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January 1, 2021
3 Signs You May Need Orthopedic Surgery
Are pain, swelling, or numbness interfering with your life? Learn the key signs that it may be time to see an orthopedic surgeon.
OB-GYN talking to a patient with surgical stirrups nearby.
OB-GYN
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December 28, 2020
First Time Visiting the OB-GYN? How to Prepare for Your Appointment
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